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School Closure Timeline

We are beginning a year-long journey together. Explore the opportunities to learn more and engage in the school closure process.

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Closure Timeline

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Phase 0: Understand the Need (Fall 2025-April 2026)

Phase 1: Set the Rules (May-September 2026)

May-September 2026
Create clear criteria and a public process for making decisions

Engagement Opportunities

Long-Range Facilities Planning community task force meetings
August 8, 2026 - School board retreat
August 11, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
August 25, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
September 8, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
September 22, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment

Decisions Points or Milestones

September 8, 2026 - School Board adopts the updated closure policy and criteria

Phase 2: Develop the Proposal (September-October 2026)

September-October 2026
Apply the criteria and develop a proposed list for community review

Engagement Opportunities

October 13, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
October 20, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
Throughout October - School engagement sessions

Decisions Points or Milestones

October 13, 2026 - Proposed school closure list is released publicly

Phase 3: Listen & Refine (October-November 2026)

Phase 4: Prepare for the Transition (December 2026-August 2027)

December 2026-August 2027
Help students, families, staff and schools prepare for a smooth transition

Engagement Opportunities

December 8, 2026 - School Board meeting and public comment
Transition meetings and family updates

Decisions Points or Milestones

December 8, 2026 - School Board makes the final decision on school closures
February 2027 - School Board approves boundary adjustments

Phase 5: Build the Community (September 2027-June 2028)

September 2027-June 2028
Build relationships and provide support throughout the first year together

Engagement Opportunities

Fall 2027 - Welcome and community-building events
Throughout 2027-28 - Students, family, and staff check-ins

Decisions Points or Milestones

September 2027 - First day of the 2027-28 school year
June 2028 - Completion of the first year in the new school communities

Upcoming Engagement Opportunities